Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced the release of the ClassWiz fx-991EX calculator - it features a high-resolution LCD and it is the world's first standard scientific calculator to feature a spreadsheet function.

Elecom released a Bluetooth wireless speaker LBT-SPP500 that comes with a tea cup-shaped speaker and saucer-shaped cradle.

LBT-SPP500 is pretty and can easily become a part of the interior decoration in your room. Placing it on the accompanying cradle charges up the speaker. By touching the top of the speaker, you can control its volume adjustment and On/Off.

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